Blacksburg, Va. – Virginians are enjoying a dry, mild Wednesday, but conditions are expected to shift quickly as showers and thunderstorms move in by Thursday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, high temperatures today will range from the upper 60s in the mountains to the upper 70s in the Piedmont. Clouds will gradually increase through the afternoon, leading to an overcast night with lows in the mid-50s across the Piedmont and upper 40s to low 50s in higher elevations.
The return of thunderstorms Thursday afternoon and evening could impact parts of southwest and central Virginia, including Roanoke, Lynchburg, and Wytheville. Commuters and those with outdoor plans should prepare for possible lightning, heavy rainfall, and reduced visibility. The NWS advises residents to monitor for updated alerts and be prepared to take shelter if severe weather develops.
While today’s fair weather offers a brief reprieve, the approaching system could bring localized flooding or gusty winds late Thursday. Power outages are possible in storm-prone areas, especially along the I-81 corridor.
More updates are expected by Thursday morning as forecasters track the timing and intensity of incoming storms. Warnings may be issued with little notice—stay weather aware.
